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1 RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM JULY 2014 EDITION Page 1 of 5 Seller s Name(s): Property Address: Section , et seq., Idaho Code, requires SELLERS of residential real property to complete a property condition disclosure form and deliver a signed and dated copy of the completed disclosure form to each prospective transferee or his agent within ten (10) calendar days of transferor's acceptance of transferee's offer. Residential Real Property means real property that is improved by a building or other structure that has one (1) to four (4) dwelling units or an individually owned unit in a structure of any size. This also applies to real property which has a combined residential and commercial use. Agent is related to SELLER: Yes No The referenced property herein is exempt from the code because of Section for any of the following reasons: A transfer pursuant to court order including, but not limited to a transfer ordered by a probate court during the administration of the decedent s estate, a transfer pursuant to a writ of execution, a transfer by a trustee in bankruptcy, a transfer as a result of the exercise of the power of eminent domain, and a transfer that results from a decree for a specific performance of a contract or other agreement between persons: A transfer to a mortgagee by a mortgagor by deed in lieu of foreclosure or in satisfaction of the mortgage debt: A transfer to a beneficiary of a deed of trust by trustor in default: A transfer by a foreclosure sale that follows a default in the satisfaction of an obligation secured by a mortgage: A transfer by a sale under a power of sale following a default in the satisfaction of an obligation that is secured by a deed of trust or another instrument containing a power of sale occurring within one (1) year of foreclosure on the default: A transfer by a mortgagee, or beneficiary under a deed of trust, who has acquired the residential real property at a sale conducted pursuant to a power of sale under a mortgage or deed of trust or who has acquired the residential real property by a deed in lieu of foreclosure: A transfer by a fiduciary in the course of the administration of a decedent s estate, a guardianship, a conservatorship or a trust: A transfer from one (1) co-owner to one (1) or more other co-owners: A transfer made to the transferor s spouse or to one (1) or more persons in the lineal line of consanguinity of one (1) or more of the transferors: A transfer between spouses or former spouses as a result of a decree of divorce, dissolution of marriage, annulment or legal separation or as a result of a property settlement agreement incidental to a decree of divorce, dissolution of marriage, annulment or legal separation. A transfer to or from the state, a political subdivision of the state, or another governmental entity: A transfer that involved newly constructed residential real property, that previously has not been inhabited, except as required by questions 1, 2 and 3: A transfer to a transferee who has occupied the property as a personal residence for one (1) or more years immediately prior to the transfer: A transfer from a transferor who has both not occupied the property as a personal residence within one (1) year immediately prior to the transfer and has acquired the property through inheritance or devise: A transfer by a relocation company to a transferee within one (1) year from the date that the previous owner occupied the property: A transfer from a decedent s estate: If the referenced property herein is exempt from the Seller Property Condition Disclosure Act, Idaho Code section et seq., for any of the aforementioned reasons, Seller is not obligated to complete the remainder of this disclosure form in any manner. Seller certifies that he/she is exempt from the Seller s disclosure by checking the applicable box above and signing this form on the line(s) below. SELLER DATE SELLER DATE SAMPLE Notwithstanding that transfer of newly constructed residential real property that previously has not been inhabited is exempt from disclosure pursuant to section , Idaho Code, SELLERS of such newly constructed and non-exempt existing residential real property shall disclose information regarding annexation and city services in the form as prescribed in questions 1, 2, and Is the property located in an area of city impact, adjacent or contiguous to a city limit, and thus legally subject to annexation by the city? Yes No Do Not Know The property is already within city limits 2. Does the property, if not within city limits, receive any city services, thus making it legally subject to annexation by the city? Yes No Do Not Know The property is already within city limits 3. Does the property have a written consent to annex recorded in the county recorder s office, thus making it legally subject to annexation by the city? Yes No Do Not Know The property is already within city limits If the referenced property herein is not exempt from the code for any of the above reasons, complete the following pages. BUYER S Initials ( )( ) Date SELLER S Initials ( )( ) Date This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 1 of 5 Date:

2 JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 2 of 5 PROPERTY ADDRESS: THE PURPOSE OF THE STATEMENT: This is a statement made by the SELLER of the conditions and information concerning the property known by the SELLER. This is NOT a statement of any agent representing the SELLER and no agent is authorized to make representations, or verify representations, concerning the condition of the property. Unless otherwise advised, the SELLER does not possess any expertise in construction, architectural, engineering or any other specific areas related to the construction or condition of the improvements on the property. Other than having lived at or owning the property, the SELLER possesses no greater knowledge than that which could be obtained upon careful inspection of the property by the potential BUYER. Unless otherwise advised, the SELLER has not conducted any inspection of generally inaccessible areas such as the foundation or roof. This disclosure is not a warranty of any kind by the SELLER or by any agent representing the SELLER in this transaction. It is not a substitute for any inspections. The BUYER is encouraged to obtain his/her own professional inspections. THE FOLLOWING ARE IN THE CONDITIONS INDICATED: APPLIANCES SECTION Built-in Vacuum System Clothes Dryer Clothes Washer Dishwasher Disposal Refrigerator Kitchen Vent Fan/Hood Microwave Oven Oven(s)/ Range(s)/Cook top(s) Trash Compactor Freezer (chest or upright) None/Not Included None/Not Working Not Working Do Not Know Remarks ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SECTION Included Working Working Know Remarks Air Purifier Security System(s) Ceiling Fan(s) Garage Door Opener(s)/Control(s) Inside Telephone Wiring/Jacks Aluminum Wiring Intercom System Light Fixtures Sauna Smoke Detector(s)/Fire Alarm(s) Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) Bath Vent Fan(s) 220 Volt Outlet(s) TV Antenna/Dish/Controls Switches and Outlets HEATING & COOLING SYSTEMS None/Not Not SECTION Included Working Working Do Not Know Remarks Attic Fan(s) Central Air Conditioning Room Air Conditioner(s) Evaporative Cooler(s) Fireplace(s) Fireplace Insert(s) Furnace/Heating System(s) Humidifier(s) Wood/Pellet Stove(s) Air Cleaner(s) FUEL TANK SECTION N/A ( ) Propane ( ) Oil ( ) Diesel ( ) Gasoline ( ) Other ( ) Location: Size: In Use: ( ) Not In Use: ( ) Above Ground: ( ) Buried: ( ) Owned: ( ) Leased: ( ) Not Do Not SAMPLE BUYER S Initials ( )( ) Date SELLER S Initials ( )( ) Date This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 2 of 5

3 JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 3 of 5 PROPERTY ADDRESS: MOISTURE & DRAINAGE CONDITIONS SECTION Yes No Do Not Know Remarks Is the property located in a floodplain? Are you aware of any site drainage problems? Has there been any water intrusion or moisture related damage to any portion of the property, including, but not limited to, the crawlspace, floors, walls, ceilings, siding, or basement, based on flooding; moisture seepage, moisture condensation, sewer overflow/ backup, or leaking pipes, plumbing fixtures, appliances, or moisture related damage from other causes? Have you had the property inspected for the existence of any types of mold? If the property has been inspected for mold, is a copy of the inspection report available? Are you aware of the existence of any mold-related problems on any interior portion of the property, including but not limited to, floors, walls, ceilings, basement, crawlspaces, and attics, or any mold-related structural damage? Have you ever had any water intrusion, moisture related damage, mold or mold-related problems on the property remediated, repaired, fixed or replaced? None/Not WATER & SEWER SYSTEMS SECTION Included Working Hot Tub/Spa and Equipment Pool and Pool Equipment Plumbing System Faucets and Fixtures Water Heater(s) Water Softener (owned) Water Softener (leased) Landscape Sprinkler System Septic System Sump Pump/Lift Pump WATER SOURCE & TYPE SECTION Domestic Water Provided By: Landscape Water Provided By: Irrigation Water Provided By: Shared Well Shared Well Agreement SEWER SYSTEM TYPE SECTION Property Sewer Provided By: Public System (City/Municipal) Not Working Community System Do Not Know Private System (Well, Cistern, etc) Remarks Other/Remarks Yes No Do Not Know Other/Remarks SAMPLE If a Private system, please provide the following information about the septic system: Public System (City/Municipal) Date Last Pumped / / Community System Private System Is there a Maintenance Fee? Yes No Other/Remarks If Yes, list amount & explain monthly or annual fee? BUYER S Initials ( )( ) Date SELLER S Initials ( )( ) Date This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 3 of 5

4 JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 4 of 5 PROPERTY ADDRESS: ROOF SECTION: Age (If known): Yes No Is there present damage to the roof? Does the roof leak? SIDING SECTION: Age (If known): Are there any problems with the siding? HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS SECTION Yes No Are you aware of any asbestos, radon, or other toxic or hazardous materials on the property? Has the property ever been used as an illegal drug manufacturing site? Are you aware of any current or previous insect, rodent or other pest infestation(s) on the property? Have you ever had the property serviced by an exterminator or had the property otherwise remediated for insect, rodent or other pest infestation(s)? Is there any damage due to wind, fire, or flood? OTHER DISCLOSURES SECTION Yes No Are there any conditions that may affect your ability to clear title such as encroachments, easements, zoning violations, lot line disputes, restrictive covenants, etc.? Has the property been surveyed since you owned it? Have you received any notices by any governmental or quasigovernmental entity affecting this property; i.e. Local improvement district (LID) or zoning changes, etc.? Are there any structural problems with the improvements? Are there any structural problems with the foundation? Have any substantial additions or alterations been made without a building permit? Has the fireplace/wood stove/chimney/flue been inspected? Has the fireplace/wood stove/chimney/flue been cleaned? Have you ever filed a homeowner s insurance claim on the property? Are you aware or is there reason to believe that the home is located in a historic district or is a historic landmark? Are all mineral rights appurtenant to the property included and part of the sale of this property? Has the home on this property ever been moved? Is there a private road to this property? Is there a shared road agreement for this property? ADDITIONAL REMARKS AND/OR EXPLANATIONS SECTION: Yes No Are you aware of any other existing problems concerning the property including legal, physical, product defects or other items that are not already listed? Do Not Know Do Not Know Do Not Know Do Not Know Remarks Remarks Remarks If yes, explain in the lines below SAMPLE BUYER S Initials ( )( ) Date SELLER S Initials ( )( ) Date This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 4 of 5

5 JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 5 of 5 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The SELLER certifies that the information herein is true and correct to the best of the SELLER S knowledge as of the date signed by the SELLER. The SELLER is familiar with the residential property and each act performed in making a disclosure of an item of information is made and performed in good faith. SELLER and BUYER understand and acknowledge that the statements contained herein are the representations of the SELLER regarding the condition of the property. No statement made herein is a statement of a SELLER S agent or agents, and no agent is authorized to make any statement, or verify any statement, relating to the condition of the property. SELLER and BUYER also understand and acknowledge that SELLER in no way warrants or guarantees the above information regarding the property. SELLER and BUYER also understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise specifically set forth, no agent of the SELLER is an expert in environmental or other conditions which are or may be hazardous to human health, and which may exist on the property. BUYER MAY, AT BUYER S OPTION AND EXPENSE, CONSULT WITH ANY INDEPENDENT QUALIFIED INSPECTOR TO ASSESS OR DETECT THE PRESENCE OF SUCH KNOWN OR SUSPECTED HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. SELLER and BUYER understand that Listing Broker and Selling Broker in no way warrant or guarantee the above information on the property. SELLER hereby acknowledges receipt of a copy of this form: SELLER DATE SELLER DATE BUYER hereby acknowledges receipt of a copy of this disclosure form and does hereby WAIVE NOT WAIVE the statutory right to rescind the related purchase and sale agreement within three (3) business days from the date of receipt of this form as provided in Idaho Code IF BUYER DOES NOT WAIVE THE RIGHT TO RESCIND BUYER may only exercise BUYER S statutory right to rescind the purchase and sale agreement within three (3) business days following receipt of this disclosure statement by a written, signed and dated document that is delivered to the seller or his agents by personal delivery, ordinary or certified mail, or facsimile transmission. Pre statute BUYER s rescission must be based on a specific objection to a disclosure in the disclosure statement. The notice of statutory rescission must specifically identify the disclosure objected to by the BUYER. If no signed notice of rescission is received by the SELLER within the three (3) business day period, BUYER s statutory right to rescind is waived. The statutory rescission referenced in this section is separate and distinct from, and does not affect, any rescission, cancellation, or contingency term enumerated in any other written document related to this transaction, including but not limited to the purchase and sale agreement. BUYER DATE BUYER DATE AMENDED DISCLOSURE FORM: Subsequent to the delivery of the initial SELLER S Property Condition Disclosure Form previously acknowledged, SELLER hereby makes the following amendments. (Attach additional pages if necessary.) Other than those amendments made below, the SELLER states that there have been no changes to the information contained in the initial SELLER S Property Condition Disclosure Form. IF THERE ARE NO UPDATES, THERE IS NO NEED TO SIGN BELOW. SELLER hereby acknowledges receipt of this amended form: SELLER DATE SELLER DATE BUYER hereby acknowledges receipt of a copy of this amended disclosure form and does hereby WAIVE NOT WAIVE the statutory right to rescind the related purchase and sale agreement based strictly on the amendments to the disclosure form within three (3) business days from the date of receipt of this amended form as provided in Idaho Code IF BUYER DOES NOT WAIVE THE RIGHT TO RESCIND BUYER may only exercise BUYER S statutory right to rescind the purchase and sale agreement within three (3) business days following receipt of this amended disclosure statement by a written, signed and dated document that is delivered to the seller or his agents by personal delivery, ordinary or certified mail, or facsimile transmission. Pre statute BUYER s rescission must be based on a specific objection to a disclosure in the disclosure statement. The notice of statutory rescission must specifically identify the disclosure objected to by the BUYER. If no signed notice of rescission is received by the SELLER within the three (3) business day period, BUYER s statutory right to rescind is waived. The statutory rescission referenced in this section is separate and distinct from, and does not affect, any rescission, cancellation, or contingency term enumerated in any other written document related to this transaction, including but not limited to the purchase and sale agreement. SAMPLE BUYER DATE BUYER DATE This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-25 SELLER S PROPERTY CONDITION DISCLOSURE FORM Page 5 of 5

6 ID# RE-41 AGENCY REPRESENTATION & RESPONSIBLE BROKER DISCLOSURE THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT, READ THE ENTIRE DOCUMENT, INCLUDING ANY ATTACHMENTS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY AND/OR ACCOUNTANT BEFORE SIGNING. DATE JULY 2014 EDITION Page 1 of 1 LISTING AGENCY REALHome Services and Solutions, INC Office Phone # Fax # Listing Agent H Scott Rotheiser scottrotheiser@mac.com Phone # SELLING AGENCY Office Phone # Fax # Selling Agent Phone # 1. BUYER(S): 2. SELLER(S): 3. PROPERTY ADDRESS AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION. The property address and the complete legal description of the property are as set forth below. Address County City Zip Legal Description or Legal and/or Property Description Attached as exhibit signed or initialed by BUYER and SELLER.) (Exhibit must accompany original offer and be 4. The undersigned party(ies) acknowledges that each party will be represented by the Listing and Selling Agencies as follows: REPRESENTATION CONFIRMATION: Check one (1) box in Section 1 and one (1) box in Section 2 below to confirm that in this transaction, the brokerage(s) involved had the following relationship(s) with the BUYER(S) and SELLER(S). Section 1: A. The brokerage working with the BUYER(S) is acting as an AGENT for the BUYER(S). B. The brokerage working with the BUYER(S) is acting as a LIMITED DUAL AGENT for the BUYER(S), without an ASSIGNED AGENT. C. The brokerage working with the BUYER(S) is acting as a LIMITED DUAL AGENT for the BUYER(S) and has an ASSIGNED AGENT acting solely on behalf of the BUYER(S). D. The brokerage working with the BUYER(S) is acting as a NONAGENT for the BUYER(S). Section 2: A. The brokerage working with the SELLER(S) is acting as an AGENT for the SELLER(S). B. The brokerage working with the SELLER(S) is acting as a LIMITED DUAL AGENT for the SELLER(S), without an ASSIGNED AGENT. C. The brokerage working with the SELLER(S) is acting as a LIMITED DUAL AGENT for the SELLER(S) and has an ASSIGNED AGENT acting solely on behalf of the SELLER(S). D. The brokerage working with the SELLER(S) is acting as a NONAGENT for the SELLER(S). Each party signing this document confirms that he has received, read and understood the Agency Disclosure Brochure adopted or approved by the Idaho real estate commission and has consented to the relationship confirmed above. In addition, each party confirms that the brokerage's agency office policy was made available for inspection and review. EACH PARTY UNDERSTANDS THAT HE IS A CUSTOMER AND IS NOT REPRESENTED BY A BROKERAGE UNLESS THERE IS A SIGNED WRITTEN AGREEMENT FOR AGENCY REPRESENTATION. 5. THE RESPONSIBLE BROKER SHALL BE:. The Responsible Broker shall be accountable for holding the completely executed copy of the underlying Purchase and Sale Agreement. BUYER: BUYER: SELLER: SELLER: SAMPLE Date: Date: Date: Date: This form is printed and distributed by the Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. This form has been designed and is provided for use by the real estate professionals who are members of the Idaho Association of REALTORS. USE BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS PROHIBITED. Copyright Idaho Association of REALTORS, Inc. All rights reserved. JULY 2014 EDITION RE-41 AGENCY DISCLOSURE Page 1 of 1

7 IMPORTANT! Lead From Paint, Dust, and Soil in and Around Your Home Can Be Dangerous if Not Managed Properly Children under 6 years old are most at risk for lead poisoning in your home. Lead exposure can harm young children and babies even before they are born. Homes, schools, and child care facilities built before 1978 are likely to contain lead-based paint. Even children who seem healthy may have dangerous levels of lead in their bodies. Disturbing surfaces with lead-based paint or removing lead-based paint improperly can increase the danger to your family. People can get lead into their bodies by breathing or swallowing lead dust, or by eating soil or paint chips containing lead. People have many options for reducing lead hazards. Generally, lead-based paint that is in good condition is not a hazard (see page 10). Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home United States Environmental Protection Agency United States Consumer Product Safety Commission United States Department of Housing and Urban Development September 2013

8 Are You Planning to Buy or Rent a Home Built Before 1978? Did you know that many homes built before 1978 have lead-based paint? Lead from paint, chips, and dust can pose serious health hazards. Read this entire brochure to learn: How lead gets into the body About health effects of lead What you can do to protect your family Where to go for more information Before renting or buying a pre-1978 home or apartment, federal law requires: Sellers must disclose known information on lead-based paint or leadbased paint hazards before selling a house. Real estate sales contracts must include a specific warning statement about lead-based paint. Buyers have up to 10 days to check for lead. Landlords must disclose known information on lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards before leases take effect. Leases must include a specific warning statement about lead-based paint. If undertaking renovations, repairs, or painting (RRP) projects in your pre-1978 home or apartment: Read EPA s pamphlet, The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right, to learn about the lead-safe work practices that contractors are required to follow when working in your home (see page 12).

9 Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) The CPSC protects the public against unreasonable risk of injury from consumer products through education, safety standards activities, and enforcement. Contact CPSC for further information regarding consumer product safety and regulations. CPSC 4330 East West Highway Bethesda, MD cpsc.gov or saferproducts.gov U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) HUD s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. Contact HUD s Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control for further information regarding the Lead Safe Housing Rule, which protects families in pre-1978 assisted housing, and for the lead hazard control and research grant programs. HUD 451 Seventh Street, SW, Room 8236 Washington, DC (202) hud.gov/offices/lead/ This document is in the public domain. It may be produced by an individual or organization without permission. Information provided in this booklet is based upon current scientific and technical understanding of the issues presented and is reflective of the jurisdictional boundaries established by the statutes governing the co-authoring agencies. Following the advice given will not necessarily provide complete protection in all situations or against all health hazards that can be caused by lead exposure. U. S. EPA Washington DC U. S. CPSC Bethesda MD U. S. HUD Washington DC EPA-747-K September 2013 Simple Steps to Protect Your Family from Lead Hazards If you think your home has lead-based paint: Don t try to remove lead-based paint yourself. Always keep painted surfaces in good condition to minimize deterioration. Get your home checked for lead hazards. Find a certified inspector or risk assessor at epa.gov/lead. Talk to your landlord about fixing surfaces with peeling or chipping paint. Regularly clean floors, window sills, and other surfaces. Take precautions to avoid exposure to lead dust when remodeling. When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or stateapproved Lead-Safe certified renovation firms. Before buying, renting, or renovating your home, have it checked for lead-based paint. Consult your health care provider about testing your children for lead. Your pediatrician can check for lead with a simple blood test. Wash children s hands, bottles, pacifiers, and toys often. Make sure children avoid fatty (or high fat) foods and eat nutritious meals high in iron and calcium. Remove shoes or wipe soil off shoes before entering your house. 16 1

10 Lead Gets into the Body in Many Ways Adults and children can get lead into their bodies if they: Breathe in lead dust (especially during activities such as renovations, repairs, or painting that disturb painted surfaces). Swallow lead dust that has settled on food, food preparation surfaces, and other places. Eat paint chips or soil that contains lead. Lead is especially dangerous to children under the age of 6. At this age, children s brains and nervous systems are more sensitive to the damaging effects of lead. Children s growing bodies absorb more lead. Babies and young children often put their hands and other objects in their mouths. These objects can have lead dust on them. Women of childbearing age should know that lead is dangerous to a developing fetus. Women with a high lead level in their system before or during pregnancy risk exposing the fetus to lead through the placenta during fetal development. U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Offices The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment. Your Regional EPA Office can provide further information regarding regulations and lead protection programs. Region 1 (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont) U.S. EPA Region 1 5 Post Office Square, Suite 100, OES 05-4 Boston, MA (888) Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands) U.S. EPA Region Woodbridge Avenue Building 205, Mail Stop 225 Edison, NJ (732) Region 3 (Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, DC, West Virginia) U.S. EPA Region Arch Street Philadelphia, PA (215) Region 4 (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee) U.S. EPA Region 4 AFC Tower, 12th Floor, Air, Pesticides & Toxics 61 Forsyth Street, SW Atlanta, GA (404) Region 5 (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin) U.S. EPA Region 5 (DT-8J) 77 West Jackson Boulevard Chicago, IL (312) Region 6 (Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and 66 Tribes) U.S. EPA Region Ross Avenue, 12th Floor Dallas, TX (214) Region 7 (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska) U.S. EPA Region Renner Blvd. WWPD/TOPE Lenexa, KS (800) Region 8 (Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming) U.S. EPA Region Wynkoop St. Denver, CO (303) Region 9 (Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada) U.S. EPA Region 9 (CMD-4-2) 75 Hawthorne Street San Francisco, CA (415) Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington) U.S. EPA Region 10 Solid Waste & Toxics Unit (WCM-128) 1200 Sixth Avenue, Suite 900 Seattle, WA (206)

11 For More Information Health Effects of Lead 14 The National Lead Information Center Learn how to protect children from lead poisoning and get other information about lead hazards on the Web at epa.gov/lead and hud.gov/lead, or call LEAD (5323). EPA s Safe Drinking Water Hotline For information about lead in drinking water, call , or visit epa.gov/lead for information about lead in drinking water. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Hotline For information on lead in toys and other consumer products, or to report an unsafe consumer product or a product-related injury, call , or visit CPSC s website at cpsc.gov or saferproducts.gov. State and Local Health and Environmental Agencies Some states, tribes, and cities have their own rules related to leadbased paint. Check with your local agency to see which laws apply to you. Most agencies can also provide information on finding a lead abatement firm in your area, and on possible sources of financial aid for reducing lead hazards. Receive up-to-date address and phone information for your state or local contacts on the Web at epa.gov/lead, or contact the National Lead Information Center at LEAD. Hearing- or speech-challenged individuals may access any of the phone numbers in this brochure through TTY by calling the tollfree Federal Relay Service at Lead affects the body in many ways. It is important to know that even exposure to low levels of lead can severely harm children. In children, exposure to lead can cause: Nervous system and kidney damage Learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, and decreased intelligence Speech, language, and behavior problems Poor muscle coordination Decreased muscle and bone growth Hearing damage While low-lead exposure is most common, exposure to high amounts of lead can have devastating effects on children, including seizures, unconsciousness, and, in some cases, death. Although children are especially susceptible to lead exposure, lead can be dangerous for adults, too. In adults, exposure to lead can cause: Harm to a developing fetus Increased chance of high blood pressure during pregnancy Fertility problems (in men and women) High blood pressure Digestive problems Nerve disorders Memory and concentration problems Muscle and joint pain 3

12 Check Your Family for Lead Get your children and home tested if you think your home has lead. Children s blood lead levels tend to increase rapidly from 6 to 12 months of age, and tend to peak at 18 to 24 months of age. Consult your doctor for advice on testing your children. A simple blood test can detect lead. Blood lead tests are usually recommended for: Children at ages 1 and 2 Children or other family members who have been exposed to high levels of lead Children who should be tested under your state or local health screening plan Your doctor can explain what the test results mean and if more testing will be needed. Other Sources of Lead While paint, dust, and soil are the most common sources of lead, other lead sources also exist: Drinking water. Your home might have plumbing with lead or lead solder. You cannot see, smell, or taste lead, and boiling your water will not get rid of lead. If you think your plumbing might contain lead: Use only cold water for drinking and cooking. Run water for 15 to 30 seconds before drinking it, especially if you have not used your water for a few hours. Call your local health department or water supplier to find out about testing your water, or visit epa.gov/lead for EPA s lead in drinking water information. Lead smelters or other industries that release lead into the air. Your job. If you work with lead, you could bring it home on your body or clothes. Shower and change clothes before coming home. Launder your work clothes separately from the rest of your family s clothes. Hobbies that use lead, such as making pottery or stained glass, or refinishing furniture. Call your local health department for information about hobbies that may use lead. Old toys and furniture may have been painted with lead-containing paint. Older toys and other children s products may have parts that contain lead. 4 Food and liquids cooked or stored in lead crystal or lead-glazed pottery or porcelain may contain lead. Folk remedies, such as greta and azarcon, used to treat an upset stomach. 4 4 In 1978, the federal government banned toys, other children s products, and furniture with lead-containing paint (16 CFR 1303). In 2008, the federal government banned lead in most children s products. The federal government currently bans lead in excess of 100 ppm by weight in most children s products (76 FR 44463). 13

13 Renovating, Remodeling, or Repairing (RRP) a Home with Lead-Based Paint Where Lead-Based Paint Is Found 12 If you hire a contractor to conduct renovation, repair, or painting (RRP) projects in your pre-1978 home or childcare facility (such as pre-school and kindergarten), your contractor must: Be a Lead-Safe Certified firm approved by EPA or an EPA-authorized state program Use qualified trained individuals (Lead-Safe Certified renovators) who follow specific lead-safe work practices to prevent lead contamination Provide a copy of EPA s lead hazard information document, The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right RRP contractors working in pre-1978 homes and childcare facilities must follow lead-safe work practices that: Contain the work area. The area must be contained so that dust and debris do not escape from the work area. Warning signs must be put up, and plastic or other impermeable material and tape must be used. Avoid renovation methods that generate large amounts of lead-contaminated dust. Some methods generate so much leadcontaminated dust that their use is prohibited. They are: Open-flame burning or torching Sanding, grinding, planing, needle gunning, or blasting with power tools and equipment not equipped with a shroud and HEPA vacuum attachment and Using a heat gun at temperatures greater than 1100 F Clean up thoroughly. The work area should be cleaned up daily. When all the work is done, the area must be cleaned up using special cleaning methods. Dispose of waste properly. Collect and seal waste in a heavy duty bag or sheeting. When transported, ensure that waste is contained to prevent release of dust and debris. To learn more about EPA s requirements for RRP projects visit epa.gov/getleadsafe, or read The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right. In general, the older your home or childcare facility, the more likely it has lead-based paint. 1 Many homes, including private, federally-assisted, federallyowned housing, and childcare facilities built before 1978 have lead-based paint. In 1978, the federal government banned consumer uses of lead-containing paint. 2 Learn how to determine if paint is lead-based paint on page 7. Lead can be found: In homes and childcare facilities in the city, country, or suburbs, In private and public single-family homes and apartments, On surfaces inside and outside of the house, and In soil around a home. (Soil can pick up lead from exterior paint or other sources, such as past use of leaded gas in cars.) Learn more about where lead is found at epa.gov/lead. 1 Lead-based paint is currently defined by the federal government as paint with lead levels greater than or equal to 1.0 milligram per square centimeter (mg/cm), or more than 0.5% by weight. 2 Lead-containing paint is currently defined by the federal government as lead in new dried paint in excess of 90 parts per million (ppm) by weight. 5

14 Identifying Lead-Based Paint and Lead-Based Paint Hazards Deteriorating lead-based paint (peeling, chipping, chalking, cracking, or damaged paint) is a hazard and needs immediate attention. Lead-based paint may also be a hazard when found on surfaces that children can chew or that get a lot of wear and tear, such as: On windows and window sills Doors and door frames Stairs, railings, banisters, and porches Lead-based paint is usually not a hazard if it is in good condition and if it is not on an impact or friction surface like a window. Lead dust can form when lead-based paint is scraped, sanded, or heated. Lead dust also forms when painted surfaces containing lead bump or rub together. Lead paint chips and dust can get on surfaces and objects that people touch. Settled lead dust can reenter the air when the home is vacuumed or swept, or when people walk through it. EPA currently defines the following levels of lead in dust as hazardous: 40 micrograms per square foot (μg/ft 2 ) and higher for floors, including carpeted floors 250 μg/ft 2 and higher for interior window sills Reducing Lead Hazards, continued If your home has had lead abatement work done or if the housing is receiving federal assistance, once the work is completed, dust cleanup activities must be conducted until clearance testing indicates that lead dust levels are below the following levels: 40 micrograms per square foot (μg/ft 2 ) for floors, including carpeted floors 250 μg/ft 2 for interior windows sills 400 μg/ft 2 for window troughs For help in locating certified lead abatement professionals in your area, call your state or local agency (see pages 14 and 15), or visit epa.gov/lead, or call LEAD. Lead in soil can be a hazard when children play in bare soil or when people bring soil into the house on their shoes. EPA currently defines the following levels of lead in soil as hazardous: 400 parts per million (ppm) and higher in play areas of bare soil 1,200 ppm (average) and higher in bare soil in the remainder of the yard Remember, lead from paint chips which you can see and lead dust which you may not be able to see both can be hazards. The only way to find out if paint, dust, or soil lead hazards exist is to test for them. The next page describes how to do this. 6 11

15 Reducing Lead Hazards Disturbing lead-based paint or removing lead improperly can increase the hazard to your family by spreading even more lead dust around the house. In addition to day-to-day cleaning and good nutrition, you can temporarily reduce lead-based paint hazards by taking actions, such as repairing damaged painted surfaces and planting grass to cover leadcontaminated soil. These actions are not permanent solutions and will need ongoing attention. You can minimize exposure to lead when renovating, repairing, or painting by hiring an EPA- or statecertified renovator who is trained in the use of lead-safe work practices. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, learn how to use lead safe work practices in your home. To remove lead hazards permanently, you should hire a certified lead abatement contractor. Abatement (or permanent hazard elimination) methods include removing, sealing, or enclosing lead-based paint with special materials. Just painting over the hazard with regular paint is not permanent control. Always use a certified contractor who is trained to address lead hazards safely. Hire a Lead-Safe Certified firm (see page 12) to perform renovation, repair, or painting (RRP) projects that disturb painted surfaces. To correct lead hazards permanently, hire a certified lead abatement professional. This will ensure your contractor knows how to work safely and has the proper equipment to clean up thoroughly. Checking Your Home for Lead You can get your home tested for lead in several different ways: A lead-based paint inspection tells you if your home has leadbased paint and where it is located. It won t tell you whether your home currently has lead hazards. A trained and certified testing professional, called a lead-based paint inspector, will conduct a paint inspection using methods, such as: Portable x-ray fluorescence (XRF) machine Lab tests of paint samples A risk assessment tells you if your home currently has any lead hazards from lead in paint, dust, or soil. It also tells you what actions to take to address any hazards. A trained and certified testing professional, called a risk assessor, will: Sample paint that is deteriorated on doors, windows, floors, stairs, and walls Sample dust near painted surfaces and sample bare soil in the yard Get lab tests of paint, dust, and soil samples A combination inspection and risk assessment tells you if your home has any lead-based paint and if your home has any lead hazards, and where both are located. Be sure to read the report provided to you after your inspection or risk assessment is completed, and ask questions about anything you do not understand. Certified contractors will employ qualified workers and follow strict safety rules as set by their state or by the federal government. 10 7

16 Checking Your Home for Lead, continued In preparing for renovation, repair, or painting work in a pre-1978 home, Lead-Safe Certified renovators (see page 12) may: Take paint chip samples to determine if lead-based paint is present in the area planned for renovation and send them to an EPA-recognized lead lab for analysis. In housing receiving federal assistance, the person collecting these samples must be a certified lead-based paint inspector or risk assessor Use EPA-recognized tests kits to determine if lead-based paint is absent (but not in housing receiving federal assistance) Presume that lead-based paint is present and use lead-safe work practices There are state and federal programs in place to ensure that testing is done safely, reliably, and effectively. Contact your state or local agency for more information, visit epa.gov/lead, or call LEAD (5323) for a list of contacts in your area. 3 What You Can Do Now to Protect Your Family If you suspect that your house has lead-based paint hazards, you can take some immediate steps to reduce your family s risk: If you rent, notify your landlord of peeling or chipping paint. Keep painted surfaces clean and free of dust. Clean floors, window frames, window sills, and other surfaces weekly. Use a mop or sponge with warm water and a general all-purpose cleaner. (Remember: never mix ammonia and bleach products together because they can form a dangerous gas.) Carefully clean up paint chips immediately without creating dust. Thoroughly rinse sponges and mop heads often during cleaning of dirty or dusty areas, and again afterward. Wash your hands and your children s hands often, especially before they eat and before nap time and bed time. Keep play areas clean. Wash bottles, pacifiers, toys, and stuffed animals regularly. Keep children from chewing window sills or other painted surfaces, or eating soil. When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or stateapproved Lead-Safe Certified renovation firms (see page 12). Clean or remove shoes before entering your home to avoid tracking in lead from soil. Make sure children avoid fatty (or high fat) foods and eat nutritious meals high in iron and calcium. Children with good diets absorb less lead. 8 3 Hearing- or speech-challenged individuals may access this number through TTY by calling the Federal Relay Service at